The HP ProDesk 600 G3 is a micro-form-factor business desktop built around 7th Gen Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 processors, with up to 32 GB of DDR4 memory. The closest Thinvent alternatives are the Thinvent Treo Mini PC and the Thinvent Aero Mini PC, which offer newer Intel Core processors, up to 64 GB of RAM and larger SSD options in a similarly compact mini PC form factor.
HP ProDesk 600 G3 vs Thinvent Mini PC Alternatives
| Feature | HP ProDesk 600 G3 | Thinvent Treo Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Aero Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P | Thinvent Neo H Mini PC, Intel Core i5-1240P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel 7th Gen Core i3/i5/i7 | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1240P | Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Cores/Threads | Not stated | 12 cores | 12 cores | 12 cores |
| RAM | Up to 32 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 | Up to 64 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | Not stated | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD | Up to 2 TB SSD |
| Form Factor | Micro / Mini desktop | Mini PC | Mini PC | Mini PC |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (M.2 2230 slot) | Dual Band Wi-Fi (model dependent) | Dual Band Wi-Fi (model dependent) | Dual Band Wi-Fi (model dependent) |
Key differences
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Thinvent Treo, Aero and Neo H models support up to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM, twice the 32 GB maximum listed for the HP ProDesk 600 G3.
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Thinvent Treo, Aero and Neo H models use 12th Gen Intel Core processors, a newer generation than the 7th Gen Intel Core processors in the HP ProDesk 600 G3.
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Thinvent models offer SSD capacities up to 2 TB.
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The HP ProDesk 600 G3 has the advantage of a long-established business desktop platform, and its 90 W power supply is a known quantity for standard office use.
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The HP ProDesk 600 G3 does not have a PCIe slot for a dedicated graphics card, which is also true of most mini PCs; Thinvent models share this compact design.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP ProDesk 600 G3 if you need a proven 7th Gen Intel business desktop and your workload is basic office tasks. Choose a Thinvent Treo, Aero or Neo H Mini PC if you need more memory, newer Intel Core processing power and larger storage in a compact mini PC.